Silversea Cruises, a leader in luxury and expedition cruising, has successfully concluded its 2025/2026 Antarctica season, marking a significant achievement in immersive polar exploration. From October 5, 2025, to March 5, 2026, Silversea’s ultra-luxury fleet—including the Silver Endeavour, Silver Cloud, and Silver Wind—conducted 38 remarkable voyages across Antarctica, showcasing unique wildlife encounters, historic experiences, and exceptional guest services.

This season underscored Silversea’s prowess in expedition cruising and heralded a new chapter with the opening of The Cormorant at 55 South, a luxurious 150-room hotel in Puerto Williams, Chile, set to debut in October 2026. As the southernmost city globally, it will provide Silversea’s passengers with exclusive access to pre- and post-expedition activities starting in the 2026/2027 season.

Bert Hernandez, the President of Silversea, remarked, “Antarctica remains one of the most transformative destinations on Earth. With the opening of The Cormorant at 55 South, we are entering an exciting new era of luxury polar travel, designed to make the journey even more immersive, comfortable, and accessible.”

Highlights of the 2025/2026 Season

• 38 Antarctica Voyages: A variety of experiences, from Antarctica Fly Cruises for efficient travelers to classic trips crossing the Drake Passage, plus extended journeys to South Georgia and the Falkland Islands.
• Wildlife Encounters: Guests observed humpback and fin whales, leopard seals, and elusive emperor penguins, along with immersive Zodiac cruising through Orne Harbour, Cuverville Island, and the Lemaire Channel.
• Record-Breaking Polar Plunge: About 140 guests participated in a single expedition, embodying the adventurous spirit characteristic of a Silversea Antarctica experience.
• Expert-Led Exploration: Teams of biologists, historians, and naturalists collaborated with the Royal Geographical Society to provide enriching onboard learning opportunities.

Silversea’s three polar ships are designed for expedition luxury, featuring intimate atmospheres, exquisite dining, and personalized service paired with advanced polar technology. Built to PC6 ice-class standards, the Silver Endeavour ensures unrivaled access to remote locations, while the Silver Cloud and Silver Wind, fully ice-strengthened, navigate narrow passages for deeper explorations.

Looking Ahead: The Cormorant at 55 South

As Silversea gears up for its 41-voyage 2026/2027 Antarctica season, anticipation surrounds the Cormorant at 55 South, which will redefine the embarkation process. Travelers will enjoy relaxation, acclimatization, and a connection to the region’s spirit before embarking.

Supporting 29 Antarctica Fly Cruise voyages and 12 classic expeditions, The Cormorant signifies a new era in luxury polar travel, merging seamless operations with comfort, elegance, and smart design. For discerning adventurers, this is the next step in all-inclusive expedition cruising, combining discovery and indulgence seamlessly.

Explore more about upcoming Silversea Antarctica expeditions here and learn about The Cormorant at 55 South and Silversea’s Antarctica Fly Cruise program here.